Recalled
/rɪˈkɔːld/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of recall, meaning to officially withdraw or demand the return of a product, document, or statement due to fault, defect, or legal error.
The company recalled the defective products after several complaints.
- (adj.) Describing something that has been withdrawn or demanded to be returned, especially in legal or commercial contexts.
The recalled batch of goods was removed from the market immediately.
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Commentary
As a past tense verb and adjective form, 'recalled' refers to the act or state of having been officially taken back, often used in product liability, contract law, and evidentiary contexts.
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